UK state visit: Tinubu holds closed door meeting with PM Starmer
Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a closed-door meeting with Keir Starmer at 10 Downing Street during his official visit to United Kingdom. The meeting was conducted privately, and both leaders did not speak to the press afterward. However, Tinubu described the outcome as “very good” when briefly asked. The engagement is expected to strengthen diplomatic ties […]
Israel-US war in Iran illegal, causing damage to civilians – Spain’s PM Sanchez
Pedro Sánchez has described the ongoing conflict involving Israel and the United States in Iran as illegal, raising concerns over its global impact. Speaking ahead of a European Union summit in Brussels, Sánchez said the war is causing serious harm to civilians and worsening humanitarian conditions. He noted that the conflict is also leading to […]
Tinubu to meet PM Keir Starmer after farewell from royal family
Bola Ahmed Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu received a formal farewell from King Charles III and Queen Camilla after their official visit to Windsor Castle. The event marked the end of their engagements at the royal residence. The Nigerian president is expected to continue his visit in the United Kingdom with scheduled talks alongside […]
Russia to refer women rejecting childbirth to psychologists
Russia has introduced new health guidelines that suggest women who do not want children should be referred to psychologists for counselling. The policy is part of updated reproductive health checks. Under the new approach, doctors are expected to ask women about their plans regarding childbirth. If a woman expresses no interest, she may be directed […]
Chad closes border with Sudan amid drone attack
Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno has ordered the immediate closure of Chad’s border with Sudan following a deadly drone attack on its territory. The decision was taken after an emergency security meeting in Ndjamena. Authorities said the move came after a reported incursion involving Sudanese drones, which has increased tensions along the shared border between the […]
US names nations developing missiles capable of reaching America
The United States intelligence community has revealed that five countries are developing long-range missiles that could potentially reach American soil. The disclosure was made during a Senate Intelligence hearing on global threats. Tulsi Gabbard stated that Russia, China, North Korea, Iran, and Pakistan are advancing missile systems capable of carrying nuclear or conventional warheads. She […]
Iran was not rebuilding nuclear enrichment, US intelligence finds
US intelligence has found that Iran is not reconstructing nuclear enrichment facilities destroyed in a June 2025 US-Israeli attack. This assessment contradicts President Donald Trump’s claims that Iran posed an imminent nuclear threat. Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence and Trump ally, shared the findings in written testimony for the Senate’s annual threat assessment. She […]
Ethiopian Airlines resumes US route
Ethiopian Airlines is set to resume direct passenger flights between Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and Atlanta, USA, starting May 21, 2026. The route had been temporarily suspended since February 2026. The resumption reconnects Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, offering travelers seamless access between Africa and the United States. Ethiopian Airlines Group […]
US Embassy in Nigeria to close for Eid-el-Fitr
The United States Embassy in Nigeria has announced it will close to observe the Eid-el-Fitr holiday. The closure will allow staff to celebrate the end of Ramadan with family and friends. The embassy stated that consular services, including visa and passport processing, will be unavailable during the holiday period. Citizens and visitors are advised to […]
Ramadan: Saudi Arabia declares Friday Eid al-Fitr
Saudi Arabia’s authorities have announced that Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, will be observed on Friday. The declaration comes after the sighting of the new moon confirmed the conclusion of the holy month. The Ministry of Islamic Affairs stated that Muslims across the kingdom should prepare for prayers, celebrations, and traditional festivities. Citizens […]